Summary
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu spoke at the United Nations General Assembly. He denied a UN report claiming that Israel has committed genocide in Gaza and addressed claims about Israel's actions and Hamas in the ongoing conflict. Several fact checks challenged his statements, especially regarding civilian casualties and the blocking of aid.
Key Facts
- Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu spoke at the UN General Assembly.
- He said he saw no end to the war in Gaza, despite criticism.
- Netanyahu denied a UN report that claimed Israel committed genocide.
- He claimed the war could end if Hamas met Israel's demands.
- Fact checks noted that Israel has blocked ceasefire efforts and aid.
- Netanyahu claimed civilian casualties were minimized, but reports showed high civilian deaths.
- He alleged Hamas used civilians as human shields, but no evidence was provided.
- Netanyahu argued forced evacuations contradict genocide claims, but international bodies disagree.
